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4.026 Stigmella
oxyacanthella (Stainton, 1854)
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Food Plant: Crataegus (Hawthorn), Malus (Apple), Pyrus (Pear), Cotoneaster frigidus. Egg: Underside of leaf Mine: September - October Notes: The reddish frass is linear, later in arcs, finally dispersed. The larva is green. The cocoon (as shown) is brown. Data: 12.x.2010, Downham Market, Norfolk, VC28 Image:© Rob Edmunds |
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